Should I massage lumps that came a day after Restylane in my lips?

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I had 0.5ml of resylane filler in my lips yesterday and I can feel a lump forming. I was advised not to massage until the 48 hour mark but others have said I should already be massaging. I don’t want to mess about or make it worse.

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Hi @AxlRose22. Gently massaging the area should be okay to help resolve the lump, but I would advise against an aggressive massage since this can create more swelling and will prolong healing time.  Best of luck, Dr. Nima!

N. Bill Aydin, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! Gentle massaging of the product is typically okay and can help reduce the size and appearance of lumps. Ice can also aid in reducing any swelling. I would wait 2-4 weeks for the product to settle. If you still have the bump, hylenex can be used to dissolve the product. Please consult an experienced injector to address your needs.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Swelling and/or lumps can be typical and may last 1-2 weeks. Icing and cold compresses may give improvement. I would wait a full 2 weeks before judging the results. If it is after the two week wait, you can have the filler reversed with hyaluronidase.
I hope this helps!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Yes, there can be some swelling and/or lumps after lip injections which can last 1-2 weeks. You can apply firm pressure between two fingers on the lips for a few days, for 5 mins a time, in order to help decrease swelling and even out the lumps. If you're unhappy with your final results you can have it reversed with hyaluronidase and try a different technique next time. Best, Dr. Emer

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! However, I would not advise an aggressive massage as this will only create more swelling and will prolong healing time.  Try to be patient with results and wait 2 weeks for the product to settle in.  I recommend a follow up with you provider or another board certified injector after the lips have healed.  It may be advised to use hyaluronidase to dissolve the lump if it is still present.  Best of luck!

Spa 35 - Boise · Answer

Gentle massage of the lump is okay if your provider said it was. I would follow up with your injector directly if you are unsure. Sometimes massage can worsen bruising/swelling. Additionally, fillers can take up to 2 weeks to settle. Your final results will be at 2 weeks. If you are unhappy at that time, I recommend following up with your injector.

Blue Medi Spa - Sherman Oaks - Account Suspended · Answer

Gentle massage should be okay to help resolve the lump.  However, I would not advise an aggressive massage as this will only create more swelling and will prolong healing time.  Try to be patient with results and wait 2 weeks for the product to settle in.  I recommend a follow up with you provider or another board certified injector after the lips have healed.  It may be advised to use hyaluronidase to dissolve the lump if it is still present.  Best of luck!

Ariel Ostad, MD · Answer

It is okay to gently massage the area in which there is a lump formation, if your provider advised you to do so. Be patient, full results can take up to two weeks. Please consult with a board certified dermatologist with experience in cosmetic injection. Thank you for your question, best of luck to you!

Melvin Elson, MD · Answer

Generally lumps in the lips after injection is due to uneven injection and massage between the forefinger and thumb to even out the area helps but ask your doctor to be sure

Should I massage lumps that came a day after Restylane in my lips?

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